While the pace has moderated slightly from late 2024, it still more than doubles last year’s rate — a testament to the sector’s resilience amid changing consumer behavior.Industrial finds its rhythm again.

The truth is: having a Will alone vs. setting up a Trust can make a huge difference for your heirs, especially if you own multiple rentals or out-of-state properties.Here’s the quick breakdown:Wills-Cheaper/easier to set up-You can decide who gets which property-BUT: everything goes through probate (public, time-consuming, sometimes costly)Trusts-Avoid probate → properties transfer directly to heirs-Keep your portfolio private (not public record)-You can set rules (“rental income goes to my kids until they turn 25”)-More expensive to set up, and you have to retitle properties into the trustKey tip for investors: If you own property in more than one state, probate could be required in each state.

.🛍️ Consumers Keep SpendingRetail sales beat expectations with a 0.6% bump in July, led by back-to-school and online shopping.👉 Market takeaway: Strong spending keeps the economy out of trouble, but it also makes the Fed’s inflation fight harder.

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.📊 Inflation Meets ExpectationsThe Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures the cost of everyday goods and services, rose 0.4% in August and is up 2.9% compared to last year.

Just be aware that DSCR loans do not allow you to make personal or household use of the funds from a DSCR cashout refi (otherwise it can become a consumer finance loan).

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surveys and ownership in rural counties can be time consuming and expensive.

It can be used for the next property, extra savings, invest into stocks/mutual funds, pay off any consumer debt, etc. 

This negative position can consume years of cash flow to recover.